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1-Ichi (2003)

Movie ★ 5.9 83 min

Action Thriller Drama

In this prequel we witness the teenage roots of Ichi's manic-depressive beginnings and the origins of his monster-sized kicks and his anger, his psychological, as well as physical, beatings.

Sakichi Sato Writer Masato Tanno Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 24, 2003
Runtime
83 min
IMDb
tt0382508
Country
Language
Studio
KSS

Themes

Cast

Nao Omori Nao Omori Ichi / Shiroishi Teah Dai Junior Chihara Junior Chihara Onizame Chisato Amate Satomi Yuki Oikawa Nao Eiki Kitamura Eiki Kitamura Hiromi Kazuhiro Mashiko Hide

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Frequently asked questions

What is 1-Ichi about?
In this prequel we witness the teenage roots of Ichi's manic-depressive beginnings and the origins of his monster-sized kicks and his anger, his psychological, as well as physical, beatings.
Who directed 1-Ichi?
1-Ichi was directed by Masato Tanno.
Who stars in 1-Ichi?
1-Ichi stars Nao Omori, Teah, Junior Chihara, Chisato Amate.
When was 1-Ichi released?
1-Ichi is a 2003 action, thriller, drama film.
Where can I watch 1-Ichi?
You can watch 1-Ichi with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.